A superb Victorian diamond North star locket crafted in 18ct gold. This locket has a wonderful celestial design. The centre of the locket has a raised oval disc with a snake chain edge set with a fabulous North star. The North star is set with beautiful old cut diamonds. The locket has a cut out square design around the inner oval, which is surrounded by raised gold swirls which is complemented by a halo of gold balls set around the outer edge of the piece. It is quite exquisite - a true collector’s piece.

The locket back has its original rim and glass, ready to take photographs or mementos of your choice. The locket has a hinged bail.

The locket has an estimated total carat weight of 0.85 carats of old cut diamonds. There is one central diamond which measures approximately 5mm across. This central diamond is set in an open back setting. The rays of the star are set with a further ten smaller diamonds, with one in each ray and two in the top and bottom long rays of the North star. The diamonds are particularly lovely with wonderful sparkle.

The locket is crafted in 18ct yellow gold. The gold is a wonderful, rich yellow colour. It is not hallmarked but has tested as 18ct gold.

The locket measures 48mm from top to bottom including the bail, and 34mm across. It weighs 12.9 g.

Please look at the photographs as they form part of the description. This is an antique piece and as such shows some signs of wear and tear commensurate with its age. There is a small dent on the back of the locket where the locket compartment has been opened over the years - please see the photographs. This is to be expected and does not detract in any way from the overall beauty of the piece.

The chain and other pieces of jewellery are not included.

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